Trips
17 Day 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Cahuita, Costa Rica
Jun | Oct | Dec | Feb | Apr | Sep | Dec, 2025–202626 Day 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Cahuita, Limon Province, Costa Rica
July 29-August 23 | June 1-26, 2025–20267 Day Deepen Your Practice Yoga Retreat in Cahuita, Costa Rica
February | May | October | February, 2026–2027About Sacred Journeys Yoga
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Instructors
Stacy Sinclair
Stacy has always had a passion for health and she believes a positive well-rounded outlook is a key to maintaining balance in mind, body, and spirit. In 2006, she graduated with a Remedial Massage Therapy Diploma. She loves doing massage but she started to feel restricted in the ways she could connect with people. In 2012, she received her 200-hour teacher training certification, and that one small decision completely shifted her life. Stacy is so grateful for all of the wisdom she has gained from this magical journey and she remains a consistent student of the yogic practice.
What Do People Say About Us?
All our reviews are from travellers with verified trips booked through our platform.
Anonymous
from United States, May 2024
Pura Vida!
Grounds were beautiful, rooms were clean, and the food was amazing! The excursions were unique and very interesting.
Cathy Conlon
from United States, May 2024
Casa firefly bliss
The environment with the jungle backdrop was so relaxing and peaceful. The howling monkeys and sloths added to the experience. Vegetarian local food was amazing. I was never hungry. Stacey is a great yoga instructor. Very much “ go with the flow”depending on her class abilities. Excursions and guides ( Tito)were the best.
Chloe Eggert
from United States, February 2024
Amazing, genuine, inspiring
Stacy and Mark hosted the most amazing teacher training all around. The retreat center was beautiful and had everything you needed. The rooms were great, the yoga shala was so peaceful, the pool was beautiful and the beach was only a quarter mile walk away. They provided 3 meals a day that were vegan, gf and df yet still provided all of the macros needed to keep us fueled while doing yoga in the heat. Stacy was a wonderful teacher. She was patient, kind and genuine. She supported us as we learned the physical yoga poses and provided us space to begin practice teaching from day one which made it so we all felt prepared to teach yoga by the end of the training. She taught from a broad perspective so that we could come into our own with the specific type of yoga that resonates with us. The yoga philosophy sessions were deep, insightful and prompted us to look within in order to be able to inspire others. Stacy also had a background that supported a deep learning of anatomy. The days were full but not too long. We also had plenty of personal time as well as a rest day and a trip to the local national park where we saw monkeys and sloths and toucans. Couldn’t recommend Stacy enough.
Kalley Knight
from United States, February 2024
Life changing 200-hour teacher training
Stacy and Marc were incredible hosts. They were accommodating to any and every need that the group requested, and every single detail had been thoroughly planned and executed. They ensured that they were always available to us and that no question was left unanswered. I came in unsure of what to expect, but the facilities exceeded anything that I could have imagined. The pool is absolutely beautiful as well as the yoga shala and the landscape. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the jungle sounds are like a built-in sound machine. It is clear that Stacy has a true passion for the yoga lifestyle and she teaches in a way that allows her students to resonate with her no matter what their background. I cannot imagine a more lovely experience and I am so glad that I chose to embark on this experience with Stacy and Marc.
Anonymous
from Canada, February 2024
I will come back next year for the 200 hours
The coach was amazing and helped a lot to set up bases. The property feels like we are in the jungle, and it’s only 3 minutes walk from the beach. I enjoyed the fact we were only a small group and the family vibe. The coach went with the flow of the group and was really flexible. She bring us to a lot of activities. About the food, she take care about my gluten intolérance, because she have the same challenge.
Janice Flatto
from United States, February 2024
Blissful Week long Retreat
Stacy and Marc have created a lush environment situated near Cahuita state park and the ocean. There is a resident sloth and the cutest dog named Chase. Stacy is an amazing yoga teacher and is passionate about teaching.
The week long retreat was really well designed. Yoga in the morning, delicious meals, workshops in the afternoon and/or free time, 3 incredible excursions, a full moon ceremony and restorative yoga in the evening.. The retreat was small and intimate (there were only 4 of us!). I can't say enough about this retreat!
Zichao Xie
from United States, October 2023
A transformative experience
To condense this journey into a mere few words would be utterly impossible to do justice to it. I can hardly imagine a more enriching training experience than the one with Stacy. The course is a profound blend of challenge and self-discovery. Yoga extends beyond just physical postures. It merges with philosophical wisdom to form its essence. It’s a lifelong journey of learning and life lessons. Stacy just possesses deep knowledge in both sides and more to her knowledge is her unwavering passion for sharing it throughout the classes. The thoughtfully designed program is further complemented by the nurturing and grounded environment she and her husband Marc have created. The living space is full of color and life. It’s a truly amazing combination of all. I was on this trip together with my husband. We both are so grateful for finding this program and meeting the greatest people. Life sets forth in a new form for us now. We left with a heart full of love and gratitude. ❤️❤️ Thanks for everything!!!
Jo-ann Faulkner
from United States, August 2023
Wonderful week!
Stacy was a great teacher- I thoroughly enjoyed her way of instruction and her knowledge. Her husband Marc was a great helper and taxi driver😊the food was plentiful and the accommodations comfortable, not to mention the grounds and resident sloth, Sophia
Charley Newel
from United States, July 2023
Fantastic 300-hour yoga training experience!!!
I recently graduated from Stacy’s 300-hour yoga teacher training. It was a uniquely special learning opportunity that I strongly recommend to anyone looking to further your awareness of your authentic teaching nature, and thus, self-confidence. Stacy and her fellow teachers, Michelle and Sarah, make an excellent, well balanced teaching team! Each day during the training I felt inspired, supported, and empowered to harness the ways in which I can connect more fully to myself, and to those around me. The training group was small, and so the level of individual, customized support and attention is phenomenal. The food is nourishing and delicious. The beach and other delightful nature trails are within a short walk. There is ample time throughout the day to take time to yourself. There was is an abundance of stunning flowers wild animals in and around the Casa Firefly property. You’ll likely witness sloths, toucans, geckos, butterflies, monkeys, and so much more. The rooms are very comfortable, have great AC, and they offer laundry service anytime for a very small price. The property is beautifully maintained and cared for by Stacy and her partner Marc. A cleaning service comes twice a week to clean the rooms. I loved everything about this training led by Stacy Sinclair!
Carla Rodriguez
from Ireland, June 2023
200 Hr YTT Exceeded my expectations
I have just spent the last 18 days completing my 200hr YTT with SacredJourneys Yoga and it has been one of the BEST experiences of my life.
Stacy is such an incredible teacher and person and it was such a gift to learn from her. She is so passionate about teaching yoga and embracing and integrating it into our everyday lives. Her style of teaching makes it easy and enjoyable to learn yoga philosophy, anatomy and more. I was delighted when we started our first practice how her cueing style made it clear to us how to learn and teach asana in such a beautiful and beneficial way. I feel confident heading out into the world to teach my own classes.
Everything at Sacred Journeys Yoga is catered for too from delicious food from Emma the chef, to the beautiful property surrounded by the most amazing nature. It is like a little piece of heaven. Costa Rica is beautiful and Cahuita region is so laid back and natural you really experience life from a different perspective.
I cannot recommend this yoga teacher training more. If you are unsure about booking Stacy is always available to ease your mind. I am so so happy that I attending this teacher training and believe it is one of the best out there.
I cannot finish without mentioning Stacys husband Marc who is there also assisting with classes and working on the property throughout the day. This truely is an amazing experience and not to be missed.
Jamie Parker
from United States, June 2023
Beautiful people
Stacy and her husband Marc are just really sweet people bringing the beauty of yogi life to the world by planting seeds in teachers. Great well rounded class.
Julia Schächtele
from Germany, April 2023
Simply perfect
Stacey is a wonderful teacher who knows so much about the body but also teaches from her heart and soul. Although I’ve been doing yoga for many years I still learned so many new things. The retreat was also a nice balance of looking on the inside while doing yoga but also enjoying group activities like animal watching surfing and snorkeling. The people working with Stacey like the guide for excursions, the chef and Stacey’s husband are truly wonderful people who added to the experience. Also the property is beautiful and you can see frogs, sloths and toucans when walking to the yoga platform. The retreat left me completely in peace and happiness. 100% recommendation.
Alisha Merchant
from Switzerland, March 2023
A beautiful and transformative experience
Words can’t do justice to how special this journey has been for me. Stacy and Mark have created the most magical and beautiful safe space where you find strength in your own vulnerability. Stacy has put together a very well structured, comprehensive and fun training program. Through staying 100% authentic and true to herself the topics are brought across in a very real-world manner, enabling me to see how I can implement them in my daily life. For me personally this was so much more than a yoga teacher training, it was a transformative journey of personal growth and self reflection surrounded by the most wonderful people. During this time I also noticed leap improvements in my own personal physical yoga practice. Being surrounded by the jungle while being so close to the ocean creates a very calming environment. Last but not least, the food prepared by the amazing Chef Emma was an absolute treat every day! Thank you again, from the bottom of my heart.
Cecilia Voigt
from Italy, March 2023
Life changing!
This teacher training changed my life! The space is beautiful, the food was delicious, and the location is very close to the beach (it almost felt like a private beach since there were rarely others around). Stacy is an amazing teacher and an inspiration. The love and hard work that her and Mark pour into the training truly shows! I've come out of this training not only with the building blocks to embark on my journey as a yoga teacher but also with a deeper understanding of myself. Even if you are not looking to teach yoga I HIGHLY recommend taking this YTT; it was an amazing experience and I have learned so many valuable life lessons! I can't thank the Casa Firefly (Sacred Journeys Yoga) family enough for my few weeks there!
Glen Burkhartt
from United States, February 2023
Peaceful, stress free experience
Lush surroundings, clean and comfortable rooms, friendly people, small group (8), fantastic vegetarian food. It was just about perfect.
Anonymous
from United States, February 2023
Namastay Here
Wow. Where do I start? This was such a great adventure. Stacy is a joyful soul with a passion for sharing her knowledge. Her energy is infectious and genuine. I'm relatively new to yoga and made huge leaps in my practice. Those with more extensive backgrounds also made great strides. The food was super healthy and delicious. Emma, the chef, nourished our limber bodies with great care. She also managed to keep things interesting, quite a challenge with three meals a day over the course of a week. The grounds and accommodations are perfect. Cahuita is a hidden gem: quaint, friendly, and somewhat less touristy than other areas. I strongly recommend adding at LEAST one extra night on the backend to soak in all the vibe and just chill. I did two nights and worked on my surfing. Bliss incarnate. PURA VIDA!!
Gail Orione
from United States, February 2023
Magical yoga retreat
Stacy focuses on teaching the important foundations of yoga which then make more difficult poses attainable. The location is very lush and peaceful. We ate so well and healthful! I also really enjoyed the small size of the group, only eight people.
Anonymous
from United States, February 2023
Nothing short of amazing
I booked this retreat last minute and was unsure what I was getting myself into. I have been struggling in what feels like every aspect of life, and this wound up being the best thing I could do for myself. The number one word that comes to mind is “healing.” Stacy and Marc are so warm and accommodating and the property is breathtaking. I’ve been doing yoga for years and have never had someone who breaks down the asanas like Stacy. very accessible for all levels which is something I feel is rare. The food, the excursions, the environment— wow! Also adding to the magic is the fact that they keep the group fairly small. I got to know everyone well and feel connected rather than awkward
Lyssa Balick
from United States, February 2023
Yoga, wellness & healing in paradise!
Everything from the yoga, the food, & the conversations & inspiration was incredible. Thank you Stacy, Mark & Emma!
Anonymous
from United States, February 2023
perfect blissful retreat
Everything. Stacy and Marc have created the perfect space for an amazing experience. This retreat brings the beauty of the Costa Rican jungle in a very safe space for growth and exactly what you need. Stacy is a very knowledgeable teacher who will hold you and guide you through your practice while giving you the space to grow and learn
Lina Tarari
from Great Britain, January 2023
Amazing experience
Stunning location and a beautiful experience with Stacy & Marc who know perfectly how to take care of their guests. The classes and workshops were very well prepared and exactly what I needed - diversified, thorough and very clear. Thanks again!
Eugenia Perez
from Argentina, December 2022
My home away from home
Casa Firefly is a magical place, and so are Stacy and Mark, unique human beings. This yoga retreat exceeded my expectations by far! Transportation from the Airport to the hotel was on time, and the driver was super friendly. That is a plus. I had a warm and lovely welcome when arriving at Casa Firefly! Accommodations were superb and beautiful, with everything you need to feel comfortable and enjoy a relaxing stay surrounded by the jungle and the sea. All in one! Regarding our meals, the food was terrific! Emma is such a creative and lovely chef. She served delicious vegetarian and vegan options for all tastes. As to the schedule, I loved that all activities were thoughtfully planned, excursions were great, and the best was that the program perfectly combined relaxation, mindful yoga practices, and meaningful workshops. Stacy is a kind and lovely person, as well as a fabulous yoga teacher. I’m so glad I made this journey. If I had to punctuate this trip from 1 to 10, it’s a 10+++! Namasté!
(Spoiler alert: There is a sign in the room that reads, “Your home away from home” I strongly agree! I had that very feeling).
David Vigilante
from United States, November 2022
Mindful Yoga Retreat in Paradise
Stacy is one of the best yoga instructors I've had the pleasure to learn from. She deeply cared about everyone at the retreat and was able to tailor individual experiences for a range of ability levels. The yoga itself was very well done. Each morning we did a standard flow that built on the previous day then we would have a workshop in the afternoon such as breathing exercises, head/handstand practice, partner acroyoga etc. Even in the quick 7 days I felt my practice deepen, particularly when I hit my first ever unassisted hand stand, which was my goal for the trip. Each night there was a restorative practice and we also did a couple excursions, seeing sloths in the national park, making chocolate with local indigenous people, and a beach day. I hope to be able to come back for the more intense 200 hr teacher certification as Stacy was such a great experienced teacher.
Besides the yoga the biggest highlight had to be the food! Emma, the chef, made amazingly delicious vegetarian dishes and smoothies for each meal. As a large male and prolific meat eater I was a bit concerned but the food was filling and incredibly well done. I'm be remiss if I didn't mention the hotel itself which is a 5 min walk from the beach and incredibly lush. There were tree frogs, orchids, and fruit trees all over. Stacy and her husband recently took over the hotel and have been investing in it most recently redoing the pool and yoga shala.
Brandy Moss
from United States, October 2022
Transformative Experience!
Stacy has a well-thought-out training program that covers everything you need to know and much more. Her program helps build a strong foundation in the yoga practice and relationships within the group. She cares about her students. Casa Firefly in Cahuita, Costa Rica, is something very special. This unique boutique and its surroundings in nature are truly magical. I felt comfortable and safe in a foreign country. Worth every minute of the travel to get there!
Melissa Colvin
from United States, October 2022
So lucky to have picked this YTT! Life changing experience!
Every single thing was amazing! Stacy is a pro in every aspect. She is professional, intuitive, fun and challenging! The personal growth and accomplishment was worth the money and I could not recommend Stacy and Sacred Journeys and more! The location was so nice! The ocean was a couple minute walk from the property which is surrounded by nature. Our food was delicious and I was able to try so many new things. If you are considering doing your 200 or 300 hour YTT, don’t wait, pull the trigger and book with Stacy and Sacred Journeys Yoga!!
Ruth Egeressy
from Germany, March 2022
So much more than a Yoga Teacher Training
This was an experience I’ll never forget! It was the trip of a lifetime, the Yoga and the wildlife were incredible. The whole course program was an intense immersion into all aspects of Yoga, with challenging and creative morning practices, clear and interactive anatomy classes and truly inspiring philosophy classes. Stacy is an amazing, energetic and passionate teacher, always warm and ready to solve any of our problems and make sure we had the opportunity to achieve our best.
We also had several fantastic excursions, all fully organised. We visited the local indigenous Bribri people at Finca Loroco, and learnt about their Agroforestry family farming practices and also to the wonderful wildlife conservation Jaguar Rescue Centre, where they give a home to sick, injured, and orphaned animals.
It was great to get the opportunity to learn how to plan and teach a class, now I feel ready to be a teacher! The vegetarian and vegan food was amazing and very delicious every single day and I even had a beautiful birthday dinner with the best vegan chocolate cake ever!! The location surpassed my expectations, set in jungle in the middle of abundant nature, surrounded by monkeys and beautiful birds and butterflies, it was paradise, and my room was perfect, it even had a mosquito net!
Also liked that our amazing Chef, Julie (@Pranayummm), also a Yoga teacher, gave some of our evening Restorative Yoga classes.
Thank you so much Stacy and Marc at Sacred Journeys Yoga! 🙏🏻
Dana Mann
from Canada, February 2022
Wonderful program and Experience
This YTT was better and deeper than I imagined. I took a bit of a leap of faith due to minimal reviews, but I am really glad I did. This program balanced the knowledge, spiritual and connection of Yoga which is exactly what I wanted. Accommodations were comfortable and felt very homey. Monkeys, sloths, Toucans and more are directly on the property, and being surrounded by Costa Rican Jungle allows you to really appreciate nature and the animals all day long. The Ocean and beach is a 3 minute walk, and the property has a great pool for quick cool downs. Food was incredible - different meals each day, very balanced, healthy and creative.
Stacy created a warm and welcoming environment. The days were intense but that's what you sign up for on a short YTT program - She does a great morning wake up class to get the bodies moving, and encourages open sharing/communication within the group. This created trust between all of the students and herself, and we learned so much from Stacy and each other.
Solid foundational teaching on Asanas, great conversation and learnings around philosophy, history, chakras and more - Stacy always encouraged questions and went with the flow of conversation. The small group (8 students) allowed for really deep connections and conversations.
Additional spiritual pieces included a full moon ceremony and intro to Mantras and chanting.
Pictures were also taken throughout training and are provided to students after training ends.